Why remote recruitment will become the norm for employers

Remote recruitment has become the norm for companies across all sectors over the past 12 months. At first, it was a challenge faced with both anxiety and hesitation, but almost one year later, employers are hiring quickly and successfully in spite of the ongoing challenges. Here’s why we think remote hiring will become the new norm for companies.

#1 – Intuitive tech makes for an enjoyable hiring process

In the first months of 2020, a huge 83% of firms surveyed had already implemented new technology to enable them to recruit remotely. Intuitive software such as applicant tracking systems (ATS) and virtual interviewing software have made the recruitment process more accessible for both hiring managers and their candidates. 

Applicant tracking software, such Talos ATS, allows recruiters to keep on top of candidates and their information throughout the recruitment process. Digitally managing applicant data also cuts recruitment admin – saving valuable time for your team. This enables employers to deliver a positive, engaging applicant journey, attracting the best talent to join their team. 

Furthermore, the ability to interview remotely using video technology has made the process more accessible for all parties. This allows recruiters to screen/interview more candidates over a shorter period of time – cutting time to hire, and promoting positive hiring choices.

#2 – It provides more data to influence positive hiring decisions

It’s both impossible and impractical for all decision-makers to be present in the interview room, but with virtual hiring, there’s no need. 

Video interviewing counts for a lot more than accessibility; it gives recruiters the opportunity to record and review interactions with candidates, allowing for intelligent, conclusive hiring choices to be made. This not only promotes positive hiring decisions, but also reduces the risk of unconscious bias by allowing the choice of candidate to be spread across multiple decision-makers.

#3 – It makes managing high-volume applications easier

Managing recruitment campaigns with a high volume of applications can be a challenge. However, when hiring remotely with the right tools to hand, the process becomes a lot more straightforward. 

Intuitive applicant tracking software, combined with virtual interviewing, gives your team greater control and visibility over candidates information, and progression through their hiring journey. This helps hiring managers to organise their workflows, engaging with a greater number of candidates over a shorter period, and reducing the time spent on recruitment admin. 

In summary

Remote recruitment has become the norm for many companies over the past 12 months. Advancements in technology such as applicant tracking software have given employers the opportunity to develop a more straightforward hiring process. Reasons why we think remote recruitment will become the norm include:

• Intuitive recruitment tech promotes a positive hiring journey.

• Virtual interviewing allows for data to be recorded and reviewed – influencing positive hiring choices.

• Remote recruitment tech makes high-volume applications easier to manage.

While the move to virtual hiring has certainly been a challenge for many companies, it is one that has highlighted the benefits of a strong technology tool-kit, and the importance of a positive hiring journey.

Start hiring smarter: Talos ATS

Whatever the social climate, positive hiring can be a challenge. That’s why we developed Talos, our intuitive, all-in-one recruitment tool.

With Talos, you gain access to a next-generation applicant tracking system, allowing you to manage, filter, and engage with candidates through every step of their recruitment journey.

The software also includes a virtual interview room, and recruitment advertising suite, allowing you to manage every aspect of your hiring process – no matter the geographical distance. 

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